Plans for six new listed buildings in L'Derry have been proposed by the Environment Minister.

The buildings include three former World War Two hangars beside the airport.

A row of three terraced buildings in a prominent location on the Northland Road is also being proposed for listing.

Minister Mark H Durkan, who is consulting with Derry City and Strabane District Council on the listings, said: "Much work has been carried out in recent years to highlight the area’s important role in World War Two. This rare collection of airfield hangars are in good condition and listing them will preserve a key slice of our history. It also reminds everyone just how much there is to see in Derry from this important period.

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"The other proposal to protect three buildings on the Northland Road will safeguard a group of structures with good external detail at a key point in the Magee Conservation Area.

"Listing these will ensure these important assets are preserved and protected as part of the City and region's rich tapestry. They will also further enhance the marketing of the council area as a great place to work, visit and invest."

(CD/MH)